Key Takes His Shot: A Story About Practice, Courage, and Believing in Yourself
By Keshon White
What happens when you have a BIG dream-but you're not sure you're good enough?
Key loves basketball and dreams of making the team. When he discovers that tryouts are coming, excitement quickly turns into doubt. What if he misses a shot? What if the other players are better? What if he doesn't make the team?
Instead of giving up, Key decides to practice, work hard, and believe in himself. Through missed shots, tough days, nervous moments, and one more try, Key discovers an important lesson: success isn't about being perfect-it's about having the courage to keep going.
Filled with colorful illustrations, positive messages, reflection activities, and an inspiring story children can relate to, Key Takes His Shot encourages young readers to:
Believe in themselves, even when they feel nervous or unsureUnderstand that practice and patience help them improveLearn from mistakes instead of giving upBuild confidence, courage, and perseveranceBe a good teammate and encourage othersSet goals and keep working toward their dreamsPerfect for young basketball fans, elementary-age readers, classrooms, sports teams, and families, this uplifting story reminds every child that they don't have to be perfect to chase a dream.
Practice. Believe. Grow. Keep going-and when your moment comes, take your shot